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J959 GMT

1991 Suzuki Gsx

Red Petrol 599cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

53,025 mi
Last recorded53,025 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 1991 Suzuki Gsx35,549 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ959 GMT
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsx
Year1991
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine599cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 53,025 miles

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Jun 2025 51,064 miles

Drive chain slightly tight (6.1.7 (k) (i))

Front Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Brake indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (1.2.1 (e))

Steering headbearing has slight free play (2.2.2 (f) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 49,185 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2023 48,010 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 46,853 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2021 45,721 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 42,808 miles

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 41,623 miles

Central Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Central Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 40,847 miles

Front Exhaust is leaking but is not excessively noisey (7.1.1b)

Front Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front slight play in floating disc mountings

Front suspension spring worn but not seriously weakened (2.3.2b)

Lower Rear suspension bearing has slight free play shock bearing (2.4.A2a(i))

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 27 Jun 2016 40,350 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Roller brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.A1b)

Front front brake discs have slight play on mountings

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Rear Roller brake test indicates slight fluctuation of brake effort (3.3.A1d)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 39,677 miles

Exhaust slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 39,049 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a slightly grabbing brake (3.3.C2d)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 38,719 miles

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Fail 25 Jun 2013 38,706 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Front position lamp does not illuminate immediately when switched on (1.1.3a)

Rear Brake disc(s) slightly worn (3.2.A1l)

Pass 23 Jun 2012 38,236 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

no numberplate light fitted

Fail 22 Jun 2012 38,227 miles

Front Roller brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.A1a) DANGEROUS

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Rear Brake component worn but not seriously reduced in strength (3.2.A1)

no numberplate light fitted

Pass 25 Feb 2011 35,621 miles

Offside Rear Wheel alignment slightly misaligned. (2.5.1)

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

fuel cap seal edge slightly worn

Fail 31 Jan 2011 35,596 miles

Front Floor brake test indicates a binding brake (3.3.C2c)

Rear Drive chain worn to excess (6.2.1e)

Lower Rear suspension bush has slight free play (2.4.A2a(i))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Brake fluid reservoir fluid level low (3.2.B1d)

Rear shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.4.A.3b)

Steering movement slightly 'notchy' (2.2.1b)

fuel cap seal showing slight deteriated edge

Pass 6 Oct 2009 33,872 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 31,744 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2007 30,587 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2007 30,587 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.1a)

Pass 20 Jun 2006 29,981 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsx?

Based on 18,575 MOT tests across 2,503 vehicles.

89.2%
Pass Rate
895
Miles/Year
45
Year Lifespan
2,503
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 109
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 80
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 67
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 64
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 62
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J959 GMT is a 1991 Suzuki Gsx in Red with a 599cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 1991 Suzuki Gsx models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.2% with a typical mileage of 35,549 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsx fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 109 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J959 GMT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsx typically stays on UK roads for around 45 years. At 35 years old, this Suzuki Gsx is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was J959 GMT registered?

J959 GMT is a 1991 Suzuki Gsx, first registered on 19 September 1991.

Is J959 GMT safe to buy?

The MOT history for J959 GMT shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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